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Polish politician accused of vandalizing LGBT+ exhibit in Opole

19.03.2025 12:00
Grzegorz Braun, a candidate for president and a Member of the European Parliament, defaced an LGBT+ exhibition in Opole’s main square on Tuesday by spray-painting anti-LGBT slogans.
Grzegorz Braun.
Grzegorz Braun.Photo: X/GrzegorzBraun_

The organizers, from the local association Tęczowe Opole (“Rainbow Opole”), are considering legal action against the politician for destruction of property.

According to witnesses, Braun arrived at the Opole market with black paint and wrote “stop pervert propaganda” across panels documenting the activities of local LGBT+ groups.

Police at the scene took statements and informed the MEP about potential legal repercussions.

Organizers say the exhibit – part of a campaign dubbed “There’s more of us! Provoke equality with us”– showcases photos of Opole’s recent pride marches and personal accounts from regional LGBT+ residents.

Tęczowe Opole, the association behind the display, has indicated it may seek damages over the vandalism.

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Source: PAP